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TSA @tsa.gov · 18h

K9 Bolt-y and all his pals sure are extra-boopable. Please don’t feed, pet, or startle our working K9s. Thank you!

A meme of K9 Bolt saying: When they say "DO NOT PET" but you're clearly adorable.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 18/09/2026

We’ve got no beef with your stacked burgers through security.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 17/09/2026

When your game system gets you caught gaming the system...

Fake IDs discovered in a checked bag at LaGuardia.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 14/09/2026

Passenger: Surely TSA can’t see my silver knife taped to a silver pole… TSA: Knife try. We saw right through it.

A silver knife, taped to a silver pole, that was hidden under the lining of a carry-on bag at MSN Airport.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 12/09/2026

We mourn the 2,977 lives lost. We honor the survivors. We remember the loved ones who waited hours, days, or weeks for answers. We thank the heroes who ran into the smoke & fire. We will Never Forget. 9/11/2001.

FEMA official looks at the wall of missing posters during recovery efforts after September 11th, 2001

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TSA @tsa.gov · 12/09/2026

8:30 PM 9/11/2001 U.S. President Addresses the Nation from the White House.

This is a day when all Americans from every walk of life unite for our resolve for justice and peace... None of us will ever forget this day. Yet, we go farward to defend freedom and all that is good and just in our world. -President George W. Bush

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TSA @tsa.gov · 11/09/2026

Do you remember what you were doing 25 years ago? In the moments before the world stopped & watched as horrifying events unfolded. Today, as we share the timeline of September 11th, 2001, take a moment to reflect, share your own stories, & honor the memory of those we lost.

News paper headlines from 9/11/2001 with the New York skyline in front of them including the twin towers

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TSA @tsa.gov · 11/09/2026

The day the world stood still. #NeverForget

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TSA @tsa.gov · 11/09/2026

25 years ago, nearly 3,000 people died in the attacks on September 11th, 2001. TSA was created following this tragedy that changed our country forever. As a Nation, we vowed to Never Forget. Tomorrow, we’ll pay tribute to the lives lost & first responders that ran into the fire.

Firefighter standing in the rubble after 9/11

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TSA @tsa.gov · 10/09/2026

GREAT CATCH: A homemade explosive device was discovered in an OMA Airport passenger’s carry-on bag. The passenger was promptly arrested, and the Omaha Police Department took control of the explosive and removed it from the airport.

Explosive device in small tube with torch lighter and pill bottle

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TSA @tsa.gov · 10/09/2026

You’re batting 1.000 toward a fine when TSA finds this lurking in your carry-on…

A bat - flashlight - knife combo discovered hidden in the lining of a TPA passenger's carry-on bag.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 09/09/2026

Bought an oversized stuffed teddy bear, capybara, raccoon, or red panda? Don’t be like the LAX passenger in 2016 who skipped checking their giant teddy… and left it behind. Check your airline’s size & weight rules before you fly. t.co/0FrYNBHsxU

An oversized teddy bear left behind by a LAX passenger after they didn't want to check the teddy under the plane.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 08/09/2026

This week we pay tribute to the 25th anniversary of September 11th, 2001. Some vividly remember, while others know only through stories. TSA will never forget. Each checkpoint, each K9, each Federal Air Marshal is here to ensure terror cannot strike our Homeland again.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 01/09/2026

what if you went to the airport & just didn’t bring *checks notes* a medieval halberd in your carry-on bag?

A medieval halberd (without the pole) discovered in an EWR passenger's carry-on bag.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 26/08/2026

PAWS the press... ... and roll out the red carpet for BOLT. Your reigning 2026 TSA Cutest Canine! He's DFW’s very own goofball extraordinaire. This GSP sniffs out trouble with 100% focus and 110% silliness. Congrats to the most goodest boi!

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TSA @tsa.gov · 26/08/2026

BARKING NEWS: He’s a flash of lightning and a little bit goofy. K9 Bolt from DFW is TSA’s Cutest Canine 2026. #NationalDogDay #Doggo #Doggie #Dog #GoodDog

K9 Bolt from DFW at an airport with his tongue out

K9 Bolt at the airport with a ball in his mouth

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TSA @tsa.gov · 24/08/2026

Our team at ELP airport has more on why you should leave any REAL, inert, or replica explosives at home: www.tsa.gov/about/employ...

TSA El Paso discovers this inert detonating projectile fuse in a passenger’s checked bag.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 24/08/2026

NEWS: TSA Launches Horizon 25 Strategy Agency looks to the future as TSA’s 25th anniversary approaches. Full story: www.tsa.gov/news/press/r...

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TSA @tsa.gov · 21/08/2026

TSA’s Cutest K9 winner… … will be announced on National Dog Day – August 26th, 2026. Was it Ember or Bolt? We’re paw-sitive the voting totals across X, FB & IG left this race very close. In fact, the results may feel like they burn slowly, or they may hit you like lightning.

Left: TSA K9 Ember (MCO) a TSA Cutest K9 finalist
Right: TSA K9 Bolt (DFW) a TSA Cutest K9 finalist

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TSA @tsa.gov · 20/08/2026

There’s Jinny Lu, recently crowned World’s Ugliest Dog (still not ugly). Then there are our two CUTEST K9 finalists. Will Bolt or Ember take the crown? Vote NOW and before 12 PM (ET) today on our X poll and FB & IG stories.

Left: Jinny Lu - voted World's Ugliest Dog
Top right: TSA K9 bolt a finalist in TSA's cutest K9
Bottom right: TSA K9 Ember a finalist in TSA's cutest K9

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TSA @tsa.gov · 19/08/2026

When someone asks for volunteers so you try to look busy...

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TSA @tsa.gov · 19/08/2026

When someone says they don’t like dogs...

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TSA @tsa.gov · 18/08/2026

We all handle stress a little differently... but this is how these floofers are currently waiting for the results of Round 1! There’s only a few hours left to vote for K9 Bolt or K9 Xaro!

GSP with wide eyes looking up on the left side of the photo vs German Shepherd hiding face in the pillows on right side of the photo

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TSA @tsa.gov · 17/08/2026

YOU DECIDE! TSA’s Cutest K9 contest is back! Our top 4 finalists are K9 Ember (MCO), K9 Bolt (DFW), K9 Epic (PIT), and K9 Xaro (STL). Voting starts today at 12 PM (ET) on X, FB stories, and IG stories.

Left to right: K9 Ember (MCO) - K9 Bolt (DFW) - K9 Epic (PIT) - K9 Xaro (STL)

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TSA @tsa.gov · 14/08/2026

EXPLOSIVE NEWS: It doesn’t matter if it’s REAL, replica, or an inert explosive, it does not belong at the airport. Leave them at home!

Top left & right: Two LIVE smoke grenades, one of which was hidden in peanut butter in an IND Airport passenger's checked bag.
Bottom right: Inert initiator discovered in a FAY airport passenger's carry-on.
Top/Bottom middle: Inert grenades discovered in consecutive days in two different SGF passenger's checked bags.
Bottom right: A LIVE military-grade flare discovered in a BOI Airport passenger's checked bag.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 14/08/2026

We get it… self-defense is important against man and bear at times. While many self-defense items are allowed in checked bags, bear spray shouldn’t go in any suitcase.

Left: Cat Eyes, Kubatons and a few knives from a prohibs table at BOI in August of 2023.

Middle: Bear spray discovered in carry-on at IDA airport in 2026.

Right: Pepper Spray/Mace VAP container from MSP discovered in carry-on bags.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 13/08/2026

HOT TAKE: Most lighters don’t belong in a carry-on or checked bag.

Left: A VAP container of lighters discovered in carry-on and checked bags at MSP airport.
Top right: A grenade shaped torch lighter
Bottom right: Gun shaped lighter

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TSA @tsa.gov · 13/08/2026

We can't believe we have to say this, but don't bring "protection" filled with heroin and 170 Xanax pills in your pants to the airport...

A prophylactic full of heroin and 170 Xanax pills discovered in a passenger's pants at SAN Airport.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 12/08/2026

We are once again asking people to stop bringing propane to the airport…

12 assorted propane tanks discovered in suitcases nationwide. All discovered in 2026.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 12/08/2026

Here’s a pointed idea: You’ll stay sharp by placing all your knives and blades in a checked bag. Not in your carry-on!

Bottom right: Belt buckle knife – American flag – CHA
Top right: Belt buckle knife – plain – HOU
Middle right: Cane sword – DEN
2nd from the left: Gun knife – DEN
Middle left: Hatchet & multi-tool – DEN
Left: Samurai sword – LAS
All discovered in 2026

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TSA @tsa.gov · 11/08/2026

IDK who needs to hear this, but most of your stunning devices can be placed in a checked bag. They simply don’t belong in your carry-on, no matter their size or shape.

Stun cell phone – IAH
Stun flashlight – ELP
Stun lipstick – ONT
Stun pen – SJC
Stun cane – SMF
Stun umbrella – DCA
Stun gun - ELP

All caught in airports in 2026

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TSA @tsa.gov · 11/08/2026

Look in a book they said... our cutting-edge technology looks at everything.

The knife hidden in a book at TPA airport.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 10/08/2026

Just to be clear, TSA DOES NOT confiscate items. You’re given many options before you choose to voluntarily abandon an item. ⬇️

Table of prohibited items discovered in carry-on bags.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 07/08/2026

NEWS: David Cummins confirmed as new TSA Administrator Full story: www.tsa.gov/news/press/r...

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TSA @tsa.gov · 06/08/2026

You’ll love TSA PreCheck even more when it actually shows up on your boarding pass… don’t forget to add your KTN to your airline reservation so you can travel with ease!

Guess who forgot to add their Known Traveler Number? With one dog that looks concerned and one dog that looks happy.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 04/08/2026

A shoutout to our teams across the country from this little traveler. Penelope wanted to let everybody know how thankful she is for TSA’s hard work keeping planes safe & the sky happy!

Hand written note from child thanking TSA

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TSA @tsa.gov · 23/07/2026

Nobody said you couldn’t bring a hammock to the airport. To reduce tension, or to avoid having a falling out with the airport, check with them about where you can and can’t hang your napping apparatus.

Hammocks set up in an airport environment.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 13/07/2026

Looking to take flight with your favorite type of potato? Whether it’s a pug-tato, a sweet potato, or a tater tot hotdish, don’t hesitate to carry it on. We don’t think that oversized potato is flying anywhere anytime soon.

A pug laying down on stairs with one leg hanging down off the step.

A hotel in Idaho in the shape of a potato

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TSA @tsa.gov · 23/06/2026

The entire TSA family sends our condolences to the loved ones of John F. Nichols, a 24-year-veteran of the Federal Air Marshal Service. We are eternally grateful for his service. Please join us in prayer for Senior Federal Air Marshal Nichols, his family, and friends.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 11/06/2026

Traveling to the U.S. for FIFA World Cup 2026? Learn about U.S. airport security procedures by visiting tsa.gov or sending a text to AskTSA at 275-872.

Travelers in the airport wearing soccer jerseys and a phone with AskTSA’s contact info

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TSA @tsa.gov · 11/06/2026

How it feels waiting for your friends WHO don’t have TSA PreCheck:

Owl waiting in the back of the checkpoint

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TSA @tsa.gov · 10/06/2026

PRESS RELEASE: The world’s largest soccer tournament kicks off on Thursday, and TSA is proud to play a central role in ensuring the safety and security of millions of travelers for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Full story: www.tsa.gov/news/press/r...

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TSA @tsa.gov · 08/06/2026

TSA Officers at Sacramento International Airport stopped a traveler who attempted to bring an explosive through the checkpoint. They caught: 🔹explosive device 🔹torch lighter 🔹knife + scissors 🔹zip ties Keeping dangerous items off aircraft & protecting travelers is our mission.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 02/06/2026

Not quite what we meant when we said you can bring a rotisserie chicken but close enough...

Rotisserie chicken inside a pet carrier bag that is sitting in a TSA bin

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TSA @tsa.gov · 29/05/2026

No ordinary pit stop. 14 of our K9s from 10 different cities, along with other federal and local partners helped secure the Indianapolis 500 this past weekend. The teams shifted gears, K9s lapped water on their breaks, but everyone kept safety at the top of the pole!

IND TSA K9 Chica at the Indianapolis 500

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TSA @tsa.gov · 26/05/2026

You only have until the end of May to get our “not so senior discount.” Travelers 30 & under can take $20 off.

TSA PRECHECK 20 dollars off promo and jaw dropping ostriches

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TSA @tsa.gov · 05/05/2026

You haven’t heard? There’s a TSA PreCheck promo for travelers 30 & under! Click the link to save 20 bucks today: www.tsa.gov/precheck/tak...

TSA PreCheck 20 dollar take off promo for 30 years and under

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TSA @tsa.gov · 30/04/2026

This is a pointed reminder: knives and blades, even those hidden in a hairbrush or comb, belong in a checked bag. We have too many people continuing to brush aside this information! t.co/Duiz1RExzL

Hairbrush dagger discovered in a passenger's carry-on bag.

Comb knife discovered in a passenger's carry-on bag.

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TSA @tsa.gov · 29/04/2026

Yes, that’s a LIVE cracked 30 mm round discovered in a checked bag at Palm Springs International Airport in February 2026. Items like this simply do NOT belong at an airport.

LIVE cracked 30 mm round discovered in a checked bag at Palm Springs International Airport in February 2026. Smaller bullet near it for reference.

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